Work in the Film, Television and Movie Industry
Would you like to work, or have a career in film, television, video or media as an actor, actress, extra, stuntman, entertainer, director, producer, writer, editor, cinematographer, sound mixer, sound designer, make-up artist, costume or set designer? Whether working in television, independent films, or on a Hollywood blockbuster movie; it is a creative collaboration that takes a crew of people to make things happen. Other Pre and post production film jobs include: casting agents, talent agents managers, production assistants, camera crew, film equipment & lightening technicians, script supervisors, voice-over artist, administrative staff, instructors, teachers, publicist, sales and distribution. The Hollywood movie business in Los Angeles, California is the Mecca for film and television. Major film studios and production companies include: Walt Disney Pictures, Universal Studios, Warner Brothers, MGM, Columbia Pictures, United Artist, Paramount, DreamWorks Animation, Touchstone, 20th Century Fox, Hollywood Pictures, Miramar Films, Lionsgate, Sony Pictures and Pixar Animation. Many films are also produced in, Canada, United Kingdom, India, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand and Eastern Europe.
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Film unions and guilds exist to enhance working conditions, compensation and benefits for people working in the movie and TV industry. The Screen Actors Guild – SAG, represents professional actors and actress.
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Internships are a great way to get experience and network with people whom are already working in the film and television industry. Interning allows you to get on-the-job training, which is a great way to begin to build an employment resume. Many people have received job offers while interning for some of Hollywood biggest movie studios and television networks.
Networking with other people in the film industry is a great way to get information on job opportunities, workshops, seminars, movie, and television events. American and International film production companies are always looking for new and innovative talent!
Reality TV has launched the careers of many aspiring actors, actresses and entertainers. The popularity of network and cable reality television shows like ABC’s, The Bachelor & Bachelorette, CBS’s, Amazing Race & Survivor, MTV’s, Real World, & The Hills, VH1’s, Flavor of Love, I Love New York, & Rock of Love, Bravos’ Real Housewifes and Oxygen’s, Tori & Dean’s, Hollywood Home Sweet Home; have made many people instant Hollywood celebrities. Reality TV, casting agencies offer leads to casting calls and auditions for upcoming reality shows worldwide.
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Film Festivals
The Sundance Film Festival, The Cannes Film Festival, Tribeca Film Festival, Hollywood Film Festival, and the Toronto International Film Festival are some of the world’s most prestigious and celebrated film festivals. Film Festivals provide an opportunity for unknown filmmakers to get their movies in front of a real live audience and to have their films reviewed by professional critics. A film festival is an organized, extended presentation of films in one or more movie theaters or screening venues. The films may be of recent date and, depending upon the focus of the individual festival, and can include: American and international film releases. Filmmakers whose movies get accepted into a festival also get valuable press attention and exposure to prospective agents and buyers, and sometimes cash. Online Film Festivals have become very popular, showcasing film projects for all over the world
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Film Award Organizations
Film, movie and television related organizations such as The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences – OSCAR, and The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences – EMMY, are professional honorary organizations dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences in motion pictures and television. The American Film Institute – AFI, is a national organization that provides leadership in screen education and the recognition and celebration of excellence in the art of film, television and digital media. The Screen Actors Guild Award – SAG, is presented to actors by their peers to recognize outstanding performances by members of SAG. The Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s annual Golden Globe Awards, recognizes outstanding achievements in the entertainment industry, both domestic and foreign. For over 60 years, The British Academy of Arts and Sciences – BAFTA, has celebrated the excellence in film, television craft, video games and forms of animation. The French Academy of Film Arts and Sciences – César, is a national film organization honoring excellence in moviemaking. The nominations are selected by the members of the Académie des Arts et Techniques du Cinéma.
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